Seale's cardinalfish
📖 Overview
An uncommon species found among branching corals of sheltered lagoon reefs. In small to large aggregations low on the reef. Rarely seen deeper than 10 m .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8. : elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Seale's cardinalfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooders . Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 3 - 25 m . Tropical; 32°N - 22°S north to southern Japan, south to northwestern Australia; Palau in Micronesia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Seale's cardinalfish.
🔍 Similar Species
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